Past Events
Frady Catz Red Curtain Concert – Mar 4, 2022
The third concert in the Rialto’s Red Curtain series brought in nearly 100 folks last night. Frady Catz, a Canon City favorite rock band got the audience up and dancing for 2 ½ hours and without an intermission. Seen in the audience were Drew Frady’s wife Sue and two...
“Fools” by Neil Simon – February 2022
WHAT: The Harvest Players on a Role and the Rialto Theater presented "Fools" on February 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, & 27, 2022. "Fools" was written by Neil Simonand directed by Kathy Herrin. Synopsis: Written by Neil Simon, “Fools” is not in his usual genre, BUT this fun...
Honey Do Valentine’s Day Concert with Bill Emery and Friends – February 11, 2022
Bill Emery and Friends performed a selection of Jazz and Swing music at the Rialto on Friday February 11th, just a few days before Valentine's Day. There was an area set aside for dancing. Several dessert options were available. Everyone who attended had a great time....
Bob Weir – January 14, 2022
Bob Weir was in concert at the Rialto theater in Florence on January 14, 2022 at 7pm. This was part of our Red Curtain Concert Series to help us raise money for a new stage curtain. Bob has been doing music for over 50 years. He played an eclectic show with many music...
“60 Degrees” – Red Curtain Series Concert
The band "60 Degrees" performed at the Rialto Theater on Friday November 19, 2021. This concert was part of our Red Curtain Concert Series to help us raise money for a new stage curtain. "60 Degrees" is a vocal trio from Canon City, Colorado, formed in September 2019....
“The Odd Couple – Female Version” – Oct, 2021
The Fremont Civic Theater presented "The Odd Couple - Female Version" at the Rialto Theater in Florence Oct 15 - Oct 24, 2021. This play was written by Neil Simon, directed by Nancy Fenyves, and presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. The play was...
Front Range Big Band – Oct 10, 2021
The Front Range Big Band performed at the Rialto Theater in Florence on Oct 10, 2021. This 17-member group is from Colorado Springs and they play big-band era music. They were absolutely fabulous. Everyone was tapping their toes, moving their feet, and nodding their...
“A Little Loco” Benefit Concert
A Little Loco band performed a benefit concert Saturday night. The mixed crowd of Rialto and community sponsors netted more than $450 in the inaugural "Red Curtain Concert Series". The proceeds from ticket and concession sales and donations will go for a new red...
“Our Town” by Thornton Wilder – July 2021
"Our Town" Co-Directed by Jennifer Bowers and Bethany LaLogeProduced by: Fremont Civic Theatre This classic play was performed at the Rialto Theater on July 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18, 2021. Our wonderful cast and crew put in many long hours and lots of hard work to...
“Love Feeds the Hungry Soul -or- Belly Up to the Salad Bar” – June 2021
Written and directed by Kathy HerrinProduced by The Harvest Players on a Role This was a delightful melodrama that featured a dashing Hero, a sigh-worth Heroine, and an evil Villain with a sinister laugh. It was sprinkled with loads of pun-ny humor. The audiences...
“Fremont County Has Talent” – June 5, 2021
Over 20 acts were featured in this rich variety showcase of local talent. The performance played to a SOLD OUT house! The performers received a rousing response. Sue Haws was Director, and Anne Logan was Assistant Director. Show Line-Up: Act I "The Queenagers"-Day...
“Fools” by Neil Simon
The Rialto Players presented "Fools" at the Rialto February 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, & March 1. "Fools" was written by Neil Simon and directed by Kathy Herrin. Synopsis: Written by Neil Simon, “Fools” is not in his usual genre, BUT this fun comedy is definitely filled...
“Count Dracula”
"Count Dracula" was presented by The Rialto Players at the Rialto Theater Nov 15-24, 2019. The dark comedy featured a very talented cast and fabulous set design. CAST LIST Sybil Seward: Jennifer Bowers Hennessey: Diane Rucker Dr. Arthur Seward: Keegan Flaugh Renfield:...
“The Three Billy Goats Gruff and a Golden Trip to Neverland”
The Children's Summer Theater and the Rialto Junior Players presented Kevin Reese's adaption of the children's fairytale "The Three Billy Goats Gruff". This production was directed by Michelle Hyatt. Pictures courtesy of Amelia Bottjer. ...
“Ugly Duckling” by Rialto Junior Players
At the conclusion of the Children’s Summer Theater Camp (session 1), the Rialto Junior Players presented “The Ugly Duckling”. This was a humorous audience participation play; run, and acted by kids. This adaptation by Kevin M. Reese of the classic children’s fairy...
“DeathTrap” by Ira Levin
Deathtrap holds the record as the longest-running comedy-thriller on Broadway. One of the great popular successes of Broadway history, this ingeniously constructed play offers a rare and skillful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients: gasp-inducing thrills...
Fremont County Has Talent 2.0 Was a Great Success
The Variety Show was a great success again this year, highlighting the talents of local Fremont County singers, piano players, guitars player, cellists, dancers, martial arts, and comedy skits. A great big THANK YOU to Michelle Hyatt, Director of this year's...
“Little Women” Sold Out Performance At The Rialto
"Little Women" based on the book by Louisa May Alcott and dramatized by Kristin Laurence was performed at the Rialto Theater by the Rialto Players Acting Troupe on Feb 1,2,3,8,9,and 10. The final matinee was SOLD OUT. The play was directed by R.C. Wilkins. The story...
“Vintage Hitchcock – a live Radio Play” Opens at the Rialto
The Rialto Players opened their production named “Vintage Hitchcock a live Radio Play by Joe Landry. This production is directed by Janet Romanos. Our radio station employees will be creating on stage, as much of the live, sound effects needed during each of the three...
“Sons and Brothers” and “The Atomic Fireballs” in concert
The "Sons and Brothers" and "The Atomic Fireballs" performed to a sold-out crowd at the Rialto Theater on Saturday Oct 20th, 2018. This concert was in memory of Fred Wolking. The proceeds benefitted Sangre de Christo Hospice....